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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern advances in electronic education technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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