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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning are providing the means for students all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

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