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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Marquette University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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