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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in blended learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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