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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. Modern evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take online classes. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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