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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

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