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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Uzbekistan to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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