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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners 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 subjects that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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