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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in electronic education technology are empowering students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Greece to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high student attrition?

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