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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in online education technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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