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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for students all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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