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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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