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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are considering today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

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