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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in electronic educational technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are dealing with now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tajikistan to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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