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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern gains in distance learning are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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