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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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