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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in elearning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly 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 several subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Macau to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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