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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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