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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in online learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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