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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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