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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in digital education technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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