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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Sudan to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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