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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning technology are empowering learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Uzbekistan to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

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