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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in distance learning technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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