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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Palau to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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