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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

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