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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning enable humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are considering today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like New Caledonia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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