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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning enable learners all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Malawi to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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