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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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