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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Vanuatu to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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