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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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