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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in digital education technology are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Nauru to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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