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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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