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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in online learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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