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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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