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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in learning technology are enabling people all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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