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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions are having to attend to today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Mauritius to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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