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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in electronic educational technology have enabled humans all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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