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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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