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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in elearning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Malaysia to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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