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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in electronic education technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Bowling Green State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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