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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are empowering learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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