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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning have provided the means for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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