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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Equatorial Guinea to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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