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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in elearning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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