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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in elearning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

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