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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

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