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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

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