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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ross Dependency to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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