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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online learning have made it possible for people all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

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