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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in digital education technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Great Basin College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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