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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning have provided the means for people all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically 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 many subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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