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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in online learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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