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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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