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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Ireland to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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