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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in electronic educational technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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