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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in elearning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Elidaemy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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