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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

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