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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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