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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in elearning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Baker Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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