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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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