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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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