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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in digital education technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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