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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in e-learning have enabled learners all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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