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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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