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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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