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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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