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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Botswana to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

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