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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online education technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Howland Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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