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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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