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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in digital education technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high attrition?

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