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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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