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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Broward College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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