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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. New developments in distance learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like The Bahamas to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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