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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning enable students all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Guyana to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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