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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in digital education technology enable learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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