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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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