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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in digital education technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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