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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

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