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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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