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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent developments in elearning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like McHenry County College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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Massively Open Online Courses (moocs) Definition