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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. New developments in learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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