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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Netherlands to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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