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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in elearning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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