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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Emory University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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