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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology have enabled people all over the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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