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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in e-learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

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