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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are dealing with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Paraguay to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

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