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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Malta to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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