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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with today because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Ukraine to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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