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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning technology are enabling humans in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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