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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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