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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in distance learning are making it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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