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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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