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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning are empowering humans all over the world to participate in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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