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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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