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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Iceland to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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