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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations have to consider today because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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