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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in elearning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

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