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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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