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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are empowering students all over the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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