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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions have to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Howland Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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