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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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