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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in electronic education technology have empowered students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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