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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and 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 organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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