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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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