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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses. New developments in electronic educational technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that online education institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Lucia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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