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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in online learning are enabling students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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