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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Botswana to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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