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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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