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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Burkina Faso to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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