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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology have empowered people all around the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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