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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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