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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have empowered people all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Kuwait to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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