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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning enable people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Macau to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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