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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in online learning are empowering people all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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