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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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