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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like El Salvador to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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