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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

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