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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take online courses. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

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