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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Gabon to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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