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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering people all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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