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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

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