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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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