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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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