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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Zambia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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