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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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