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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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