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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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