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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Belize to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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