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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Brunei to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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