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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to take online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students 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 several topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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