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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

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