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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning are empowering people all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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