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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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