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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Wake Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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