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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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