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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in elearning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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