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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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