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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Paraguay to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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