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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Cuba to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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