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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Marquette University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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