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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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