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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Tunisia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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