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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in elearning are providing the means for learners all over the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are dealing with now that 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 stakeholders guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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