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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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