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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

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