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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in electronic educational technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like UWashingtonX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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