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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in online learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Portugal to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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