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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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