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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in blended learning enable people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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