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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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