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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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