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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in blended learning have empowered students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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