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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Switzerland to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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