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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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