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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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