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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online education are enabling learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like San Marino to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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