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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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