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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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