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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent developments in e-learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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