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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Afghanistan to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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