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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

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