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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in e-learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

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