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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to attend to now that online education technology is advancing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Vietnam to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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