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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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