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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

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