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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? How can institutions manage low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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