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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in online education technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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