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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning are enabling learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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