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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in elearning are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations are having to attend to now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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