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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Japan to conduct these massively open online courses? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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