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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in elearning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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