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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in blended learning have empowered learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like British Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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