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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Niger to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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