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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Bermuda to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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