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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology have enabled people all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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