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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with now that blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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