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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Qatar to conduct these MOOC classes? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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