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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

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