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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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