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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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