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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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