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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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