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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

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