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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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