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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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