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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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