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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology enable students all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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