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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high attrition?

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