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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in e-learning technology have empowered students all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Great Basin College to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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