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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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