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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online education technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

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