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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is improving so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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