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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners all over the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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