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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

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