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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Turks and Caicos Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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