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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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