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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. New developments in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like LinkedIn to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

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