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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in blended learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations have to consider now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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