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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Grenada to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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