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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bouvet Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage low motivation and high attrition?

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