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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Colombia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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