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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in electronic educational technology are enabling learners all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like San Marino to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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