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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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