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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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