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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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