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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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