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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic educational technology enable learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Nauru to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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