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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in electronic educational technology enable humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions have to consider now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

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