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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like YouTube to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

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