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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in electronic education technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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