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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in online learning have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

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