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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in online education technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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