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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners all over the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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