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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Kiribati to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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