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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Belize to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

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