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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in elearning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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