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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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