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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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