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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in online learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are having to attend to today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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