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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in digital education technology have provided the means for students all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not 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 organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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