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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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