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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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