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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Ecuador to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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