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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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