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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not 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 many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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