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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like OpenupEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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