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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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