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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Great Basin College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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