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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in electronic education technology have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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