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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in elearning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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