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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are many topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bouvet Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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