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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like UWashingtonX to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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