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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Luxembourg to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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