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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in elearning technology are empowering humans all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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