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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in elearning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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