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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in blended learning have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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