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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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