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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

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