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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology enable learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Afghanistan to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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