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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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