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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take online courses. MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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