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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in online education technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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