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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are 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 a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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