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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in every nation on earth to take online classes. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ireland to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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