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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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