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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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