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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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