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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are almost always 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 numerous topics that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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