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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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