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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in online education are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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