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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning have empowered people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

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