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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in electronic education technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Grenada to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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