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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in digital education technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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