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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology enable people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally 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 several topics that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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