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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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