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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in digital education technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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