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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. New gains in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are considering today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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