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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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