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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology enable students all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are dealing with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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