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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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