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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in blended learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are 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 several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Michigan to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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