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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in elearning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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