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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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