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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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