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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in e-learning are empowering humans all around the world to take courses online. MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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