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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Lucia to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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