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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online learning technology are empowering humans all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to today because online education technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high attrition?

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