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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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