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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in blended learning technology have empowered learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants certify that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

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