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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning technology have empowered humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Benin to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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