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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning have made it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brunei to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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