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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Australian Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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