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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Liberia to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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