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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning are empowering students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Eritrea to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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