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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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