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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in online learning have empowered learners all around the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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