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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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