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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

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