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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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