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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning technology are enabling people all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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