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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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