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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

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