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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in electronic educational technology enable people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Guinea-Bissau to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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