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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in electronic education technology are empowering people all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like New Caledonia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

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