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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all over the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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