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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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