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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Georgetown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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