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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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