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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for students all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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