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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in blended learning technology have enabled people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Belize to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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