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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to today because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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