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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online education make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Guernsey to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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