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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in elearning technology make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Malaysia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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