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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

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