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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high attrition?

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