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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

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