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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are empowering people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can stakeholders guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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