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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Emory University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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