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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Aruba to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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