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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Macedonia to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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