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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in online learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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