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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in elearning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Zimbabwe to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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