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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in online education technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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