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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Papua New Guinea to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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