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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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