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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning enable people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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