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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online education are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like British Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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