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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take online courses. These massive online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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