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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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