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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online learning have empowered students in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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