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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

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