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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bellevue University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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