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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning are enabling learners all over the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are considering now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

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