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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in learning technology are enabling humans all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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