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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

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