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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in e-learning have enabled learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Samoa to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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