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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Chile to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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