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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in blended learning are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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