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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bangladesh to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

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