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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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