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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology have enabled people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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