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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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