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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in online learning are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are 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 several subjects that learning technology organizations are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Philippines to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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