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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in blended learning technology have empowered learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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