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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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