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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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