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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have empowered learners all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

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