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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Korea, North to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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