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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are enabling people all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Central African Republic to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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