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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning make it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Panama to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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