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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like American Samoa to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

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