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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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