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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Lebanon to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

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