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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in e-learning technology enable learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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