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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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