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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Queen Maud Land to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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