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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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