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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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