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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Université Numérique France Université Numérique to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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