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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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