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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in electronic education technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are free for learners 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 several topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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