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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. 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. MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Iraq to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high attrition?

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