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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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