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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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