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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take online courses. MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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