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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Kingman Reef to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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