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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in digital education technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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