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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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