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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in online education have enabled students all over the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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