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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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