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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Svalbard to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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