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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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