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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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