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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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