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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in digital education technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

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