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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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