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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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