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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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