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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in electronic education technology make it possible for people all over the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners 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 quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ghana to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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