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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in elearning have enabled people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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