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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern gains in blended learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Spain to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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