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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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