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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Namibia to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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