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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

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