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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Korea, South to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

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