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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is good? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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