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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online education technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Vanderbilt University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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