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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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