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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

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