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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in technology-enhanced learning enable humans all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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