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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in elearning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

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