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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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