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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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