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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in e-learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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