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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology are empowering people all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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