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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in elearning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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