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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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