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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are ordinarily 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 numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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