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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in online learning are making it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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