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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning have enabled learners all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Cape Verde to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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