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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Benin to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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