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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning have empowered learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massive online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Liberia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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