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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology enable people all over the world to take part in online classes. 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 massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions must deal with today because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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