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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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