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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in digital education technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massively open online 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 several subjects that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ethiopia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor motivation and high attrition?

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