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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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