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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning are empowering people all over the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

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