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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

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