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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in online learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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