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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in elearning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

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