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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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