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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Greenland to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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