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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology are enabling people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Qatar to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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