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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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