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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New improvements in distance learning are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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