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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take classes online. These massive online courses are usually free for students 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 topics that online learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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