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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning are enabling people all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mexico to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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