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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Ossetia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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