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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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