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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are considering now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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