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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in electronic educational technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Nagorno-Karabakh to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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