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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern gains in distance learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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