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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online learning technology have enabled students all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Babson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)