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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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