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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Chile to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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