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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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