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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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