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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Monaco to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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