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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in blended learning have provided the means for learners all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like New Caledonia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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