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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Twitter to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

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