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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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