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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in electronic education technology have enabled learners all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free for students 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 lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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