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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in elearning have provided the means for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Ossetia to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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MOOCS And Open Educational Resources