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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Nicaragua to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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