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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning are enabling learners all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are considering today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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