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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. 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 organizations are considering now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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