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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning are making it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ghana to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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