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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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