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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with today because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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