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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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