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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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