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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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