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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online education have provided the means for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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