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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in online learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training 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 students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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