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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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