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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions are dealing with today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Ascension to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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