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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable people all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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