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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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