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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like State University of New York to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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