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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in elearning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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