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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in online learning technology are empowering students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Niger to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

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