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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in electronic education technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations must deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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