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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to take online classes. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like American Samoa to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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