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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New improvements in distance learning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are commonly free for learners 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 dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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