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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in digital education technology enable students all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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