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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in electronic educational technology are empowering humans in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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