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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in elearning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are normally free for learners 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 a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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