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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

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