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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning have enabled students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

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