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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are having to attend to now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Broward College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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