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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Christmas Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

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