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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in e-learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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