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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Ukraine to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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