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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Argentina to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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