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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern gains in e-learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Lesotho to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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