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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Brazil to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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