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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

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