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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in blended learning technology have enabled students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not 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 topics that elearning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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