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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Bellevue University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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