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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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