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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic education technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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