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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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