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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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