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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these massively open online courses? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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