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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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