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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in online learning are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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