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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in elearning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

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