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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in blended learning are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bermuda to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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