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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning are providing the means for learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually 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 quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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