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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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