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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Botswana to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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