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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in digital education technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Wellesley College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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