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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Iran to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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