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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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