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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning are enabling humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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