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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

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