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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Samoa to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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