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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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