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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in elearning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are dealing with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Broward College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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