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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in e-learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Broward College to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

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