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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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