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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in online learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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