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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in online learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Chad to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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