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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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