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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are having to consider today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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