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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Kiribati to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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