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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in online learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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