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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in online learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Honduras to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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