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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in electronic educational technology have empowered learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

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