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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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