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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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