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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

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