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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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