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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

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