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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning technology have empowered people all over the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Northwestern University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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