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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in elearning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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