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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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