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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are customarily 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 a variety of issues that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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