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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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