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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have enabled students all around the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions are dealing with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Benin to conduct these MOOC courses? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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