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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in elearning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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