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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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