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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

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