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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Iceland to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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