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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online learning are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these MOOC courses? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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