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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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