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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning technology have empowered learners in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations must deal with now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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