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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in electronic educational technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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