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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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