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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Abkhazia to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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