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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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