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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are many subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Vietnam to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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