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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Central African Republic to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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