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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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