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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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