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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning have enabled students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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