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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in digital education technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Slovenia to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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