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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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