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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in online education enable humans in every nation on earth to take online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are having to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Ross Dependency to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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