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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Georgetown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

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